Books to Read This Summer

Here is a short reading list for you this summer. Mind you, this list is highly unbalanced as they are all books I personally love and think you should read.

Classic

(The New) Pilgrim's Progress, by John Bunyan: A Christian "classic," this is the highly metaphorical look at the journey of a Christian towards salvation. The version I linked to has very helpful notes from Warren Weirsbe which will help you digest Bunyan's prose more thoroughly. Though it is a different kind of read, it is definitely worth your time.

Devotional

Pierced by the Word, by John Piper: This is a tiny book. Literally. But broken down into 31 "meditations,"it is quite full. Piper eloquently and passionately helps the reader make God the center of everything. It will surely stimulate your quiet times this summer.

Apologetics

The Reason for God, by Tim Keller: I have talked about this book quite a bit here. It's simply the best book on apologetics I have read in years.

Biography

Jonathan Edwards: A New Biography, by Iain H. Murray: Edwards was a Massachusetts resident most of his life. He's also considered America's greatest theologian. Murray makes this fascinating man very accessible.

History

Turning Points: Decisive Moments in the History of Christianity, by Mark Noll: If you only have time to read one book on Christian history, read this one. It'll give you a good overview.